1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Citroen C8.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8. 1984 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Seville | C8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
